Program Schedule

The Academy includes two pre-training sessions and three intensive on-site days of learning and collaboration.

Pre-Training Sessions

July 20, 2026

Pre-Training I: Welcome & Strategic Mindset Kickoff

18:30 - 20:00 (GMT+3)

Purpose: To build connection, align expectations, and prepare participants mentally for hands-on strategy experience.

  • Welcome and meet the team (COC, trainers)
  • Orientation towards JCI Strategy Academy (overview on goals, structure, expectations)
  • Release of the annual theme
  • Breakout session (getting to know your teams)
July 27, 2026

Pre-Training II: Strategy Fundamentals & Practical Application

18:30 - 20:00 (GMT+3)

Purpose: To ensure that everyone has a shared basic understanding of strategy before arriving onsite.

  • Welcome back & learning goals
  • Strategy essentials (practical, not theoretical introduction to strategy)
  • Strategy in real life
  • Closing and preparation for the Academy

On-Site Program

Thursday (Optional) August 13, 2026

Optional Pre-Event

Early arrival and networking

Getting to know fellow participants

Details will be shared with registered participants

Note: Indicate your interest in the registration form

Friday August 14, 2026

12:00 - 18:00

Arrival and opening session

Introduction to the Academy framework

Team building activities

Included: Lunch, afternoon coffee & snacks, evening dinner

Saturday August 15, 2026

09:00 - 18:00

Full day of intensive learning

Strategic thinking workshops

Practical application sessions

Evening program and networking

Included: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon coffee & snacks, dinner with non-alcoholic beverages

Sunday August 16, 2026

09:00 - 12:00

Final reflections and takeaways

Action planning for implementation

Graduation ceremony

Dresscode: Smart casual

Included: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Complete training program from Friday to Sunday
  • Accommodation at Hotel Vallonia for the duration of the program
  • Friday and Saturday evening programs
  • All meals as outlined above
  • Course materials and resources
  • Certificate of completion